Reporting to the Production Manager, the Assistant Paper Machine Manager will focus on the areas of operational best practices, technology advancement, process improvement projects, cost improvement projects, capital justification, and planning activities.

• Optimize daily production operations focusing on safety, environmental stewardship, profit, and productivity.
• Increase process reliability, enhance product quality, and improve overall process efficiencies through trial work, experimentation, equipment optimization and training/education.
• Collaborate with area superintendents and maintenance department with day-to-day operations.
• Assist in short and long-term maintenance budget planning.
• Assist in shutdown scheduling and coordination.
• Support shift supervisors and production crews in daily operations.
• Participate in a rotating weekend duty schedule for the Operations area.

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science or other related field.
• Five years paper industry experience in a management position.
• A high degree of paper machine operations knowledge and its supporting systems.
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects at one time.
• Possession of key competencies including conflict management, business negotiation, organization, analytical skills, and decision-making.
• Ability to delegate responsibilities and provide leadership and training to key personnel.
• Ability to work with other departments to achieve GBMD’s visions and strategies by motivating, inspiring and gaining commitment for a course of action that achieves results.
• Understanding of how to manage all aspects of operations (safety, environmental, vendors, production, purchasing, etc).
• Superior verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively deliver and reinforce consistent messages at all levels.
• Ability to communicate and educate others on complex process issues and statistical data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook) as well as experience with Microsoft Project preferred.
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience with Management and Union relations preferred.
• Ability to effectively manage, delegate, and mentor to obtain desired results.

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, and company matching 401(k). Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.